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New biography of gay reporter Randy Shilts reveals complicated trailblazer

New biography of gay reporter Randy Shilts reveals complicated trailblazer

  • BOOKS
  • by Brian Bromberger
  • Oct 7, 2024

Thirty years after his death, gay journalist Randy Shilts is still controversial.

Political Notes: SF mayoral contenders weigh in on backfilling federal HIV cuts

Political Notes: SF mayoral contenders weigh in on backfilling federal HIV cuts

  • NEWS
  • by Matthew S. Bajko
  • Oct 7, 2024

Should voters return former President Donald Trump to the White House and hand control of Congress to Republicans on November 5, it is very likely federal HIV and AIDS programs will be targeted for cuts or wholesale elimination in their budget proposals.

Late SF mayor Moscone, a Milk ally, honored with North Beach plaque

Late SF mayor Moscone, a Milk ally, honored with North Beach plaque

  • NEWS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Oct 4, 2024

San Francisco civic leaders and the Italian consulate dedicated a plaque to the late mayor George Moscone in the North Beach neighborhood October 4, paying tribute to him as an early advocate of LGBTQ equality.

SF Dems fight to win for Harris-Walz at new HQ

SF Dems fight to win for Harris-Walz at new HQ

  • NEWS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Oct 3, 2024

If they're seeking to help hometown favorite Kamala Harris' campaign for president of the United States, denizens of overwhelmingly Democratic San Francisco need look no further than the vacant old Nordstrom Rack on Market Street.

Castro merchants endorse Progress Pride flag mural at Jane Warner Plaza

Castro merchants endorse Progress Pride flag mural at Jane Warner Plaza

The Castro Merchants Association voted to support a mural of the Progress Pride flag at Jane Warner Plaza.

British diplomat ushers in LGBTQ History Month at SF event

British diplomat ushers in LGBTQ History Month at SF event

  • HISTORY
  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Oct 2, 2024

It was one of the hottest days of the year but guests mingling in the backyard of the British Residence in the city's Presidio Terrace didn't seem to mind.

Editorial: Reelect SF Mayor London Breed

Editorial: Reelect SF Mayor London Breed

  • NEWS
  • by BAR Editorial Board
  • Oct 2, 2024

From our perspective, one San Francisco mayoral candidate stands above the rest: incumbent London Breed.

More businesses choosing to call SF's Castro home

More businesses choosing to call SF's Castro home

Castro Street Fair weekend is the LGBTQ neighborhood's opportunity to showcase a number of new businesses that have launched in the past year — including one that is having its grand opening the same day as the fair.

Editorial: Reelect SF DA Jenkins

Editorial: Reelect SF DA Jenkins

  • NEWS
  • by BAR Editorial Board
  • Oct 2, 2024

San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins has done a good job restoring confidence to the office since taking over two years ago after voters recalled former DA Chesa Boudin.

Editorial: Sangirardi for District 9 BART seat

Editorial: Sangirardi for District 9 BART seat

  • NEWS
  • by BAR Editorial Board
  • Oct 2, 2024

There are two gay men running for the District 9 BART board seat to replace gay outgoing director Bevan Dufty.

LGBTQ History Month: 'But the Bible says!' How one mistake accidentally sparked today's anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric

LGBTQ History Month: 'But the Bible says!' How one mistake accidentally sparked today's anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric

  • HISTORY
  • by Lauren Rowello
  • Oct 2, 2024

After months of deliberation, David Sheldon Fearon, a gay man, wrote a letter in 1959 to the committee responsible for developing the Revised Standard Version of the Bible.

News Briefs: SF Dyke march group to hold town halls

News Briefs: SF Dyke march group to hold town halls

  • NEWS
  • by Cynthia Laird
  • Oct 2, 2024

Members of the San Francisco Dyke March interim steering committee are planning two town hall meetings to recruit leadership and fill board seats.

Folsom's back in style

Folsom's back in style

  • NEWS
  • by BAR staff
  • Oct 2, 2024

This year's Folsom Street Fair was a gigantic display of leather and kink.

Castro Street Fair celebrates golden anniversary

Castro Street Fair celebrates golden anniversary

  • NEWS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Oct 2, 2024

Castro Street Fair organizers are excited about this year's milestone edition of the popular block party.